What is the most common cause of death from infection?
a. AIDS
b. Tuberculosis (TB)
c. Pneumonia
d. Influenza
ANS: C
Pneumonia is the cause of more than 10% of hospital admissions each year and is the most common cause of death from infection. AIDS, TB, and influenza are also deadly diseases, but they are not the most common infectious cause of death.
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